Why are quality standards key in supplement production?
The market for dietary supplements is growing rapidly, but as the market grows, so do demands for product quality, safety and compatibility. Customers expect a supplement to be not only effective, but also completely safe, tested and produced according to European standards.
In order to meet these expectations, manufacturers need to operate according to international standards: GMP, ISO and HACCP. These are not just formalities - they are the foundation of customer trust and brand success.
What is GMP in food supplements?
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) - or Good Manufacturing Practice - is a set of strict procedures that define what the manufacturing process of supplements should look like.
In practice, this means, among other things:
- full quality control at every stage of production,
- documentation of processes and batches,
- hygiene and safety training for employees,
- control of raw materials, semi-finished and finished products.
Production under the GMP standard provides a guarantee that each capsule and each package is in compliance with the declaration and safe for the consumer.
ISO standards in the supplement industry - what do they mean?
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) are global standards for quality management.
In the production of supplements you will most often encounter:
- ISO 22000 - food safety management system,
- ISO 9001 - quality management system in organisational processes,
- ISO 13485 - used in the medical industry, increasingly in supplementation for premium products.
With the ISO, the brand gains:
✅ structured processes,
✅ better risk management,
✅ higher consumer and business partner confidence.
HACCP - safety from the kitchen
HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is a system that allows identification, analysis and control of risks that may occur during the production of food and supplements.
In practice, it means:
- analysis of potential biological, chemical and physical hazards,
- implementation of control procedures at critical stages of production,
- continuous monitoring and documentation of the process.
With HACCP, the risk of contamination or quality discrepancies is minimised to almost zero.
What benefits do these standards bring to your brand?
- Credibility - Certificates are proof to customers and clients that you operate to the highest standards.
- Security - products are controlled and free of undesirable substances.
- Competitiveness - More and more retail chains and sales platforms require GMP, ISO or HACCP confirmation.
- Consumer confidence - easier to convince customers that your product is worth choosing.
Pharmadot - your partner in GMP, ISO and HACCP compliant production
At Pharma Dot all our production processes meet the requirements:
- GMP - we control every step of the process,
- ISO - we implement quality management systems,
- HACCP - we analyse and monitor critical safety points.
So you can be sure that your brand is based on highest quality and safety standards.
Summary
GMP, ISO and HACCP standards are not just a formal requirement - they are a guarantee that your food supplement is safe, effective and competitive on the market.
👉 Do you want your brand to meet all quality requirements?
Contact us and see how we can help you bring your supplement to market in compliance with GMP, ISO and HACCP standards.
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